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Galveston is a hustling, bustling hub of
business activity and amusement opportu-
nities. Two state university branches, Texas
A&M University-Galveston, and the Uni-
versity of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston’s
single largest employer), as well as Galveston
College, are located on the Island. Galveston
is also home to world-class attractions like
Moody Gardens (which boasts one of the
world’s largest aquariums) and 32 miles of
sparkling beaches that draw visitors from a
400 mile radius. Add to this an interesting
sprinkling of small businesses which Ross
says are primarily “mom and pop” businesses
that depend on tourism as well as local sup-
port, and you have a picture of the diversity
and character of this charming island on the
Texas Gulf Coast. Development has
not been popular with all, Ross acknowledg-
es. “There are some that think, maybe, there’s
Hotel Galvezs pool features a swim-up bar, cabanas and hot tub. Photo Credit Robert Mihovil